The popular Speedlite 580EX Flash has been replaced by the new Speedlite 580EX II Flash, which features a host of improvements, including a metal hot shoe withan improved locking mechanism for added durability, an external metering sensor for non-TTL automatic flash exposure control and a PC socket for use with non-dedicated slave triggers. Fully compatible with all EOS SLRs, the Speedlite 580EX II is gasketed for dust and moisture resistance, making it possible for users of EOS-1 class digital SLRs and many L-series EF lenses to use flash safely when shooting in dusty or wet environments.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0
Canon Speedlite 580 EX II Flash... a winner!:
This unit is superior to the 430 EX in all of the important ways: more powerful, many more features, built very well, a bit heavier, but worth the extra weight in performance. A must have for the pro and serious amateur. Amazon's price package could not be beat. I use the 430 EX as a slave unit and as a backup.